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As Demography Drains Local Govts’ Labor Pool, Prepare for AI to Step in
Due to the declining population, it is inevitable that many local governments will become short of staff. It is necessary to maintain public services ...
February 24, 2021
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Help Public Understand the Need for Registration of Unclaimed Land
Is it possible to put a brake on the increase in the number of land plots that lie unclaimed? To realize this goal, it is essential to create an effec...
February 24, 2021
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Convey Takeshima issue to world and raise awareness through education
The Takeshima islands are part of Japan’s inherent territory, both historically and under international law. The government must further accelerate it...
February 23, 2021
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Firms that Wine and Dine Regulators Inevitably Stir up Public Suspicion
This is a serious situation that has raised doubts about the fairness of the regulation of broadcasting. The government must conduct thorough investig...
February 23, 2021
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Rules for Digital Advertising should Protect Businesses, Personal Data
In the expanding digital advertising market, the adverse effects of an oligopoly by tech giants have become conspicuous. The government must clarify t...
February 22, 2021
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Offer suitable support for non-regular employees regardless of company size
The coronavirus pandemic has forced many non-regular employees to take leave from work. The necessary support must be provided to such employees regar...
February 22, 2021
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Concern Growing over Intense ‘Hoarding’ of COVID-19 Vaccines
Countries around the world are scrambling to secure vaccines to contain the novel coronavirus. It is understandable for countries to put priority on s...
February 21, 2021
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Circulation of fake prints was act of betrayal that shook Japan’s art world
This incident deals a serious blow to the trade in artwork. The entire industry involved in the distribution of artwork needs to resolve the confusion...
February 21, 2021
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Reveal Truth behind Entertainment Scandal at Communications Ministry
If a family member of a politician was given special treatment and entertainment was provided to officials by that family member, the public’s trust i...
February 20, 2021
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Can New WTO Chief Overcome Dysfunction at Global Trade Body?
Will the World Trade Organization be able to recover from its dysfunctional state? It is hoped the organization will overcome its many difficult chall...
February 20, 2021
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Hashimoto, as New Committee Head, must Dispel Chaos, Advance Games
The momentum created by choosing the new head of the organizing committee should be used to end the chaos as soon as possible and accelerate preparati...
February 19, 2021
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It’s good to reduce class size to 35, but don’t neglect quality of teachers
It is essential to ensure the quality of teachers in order to provide detailed instruction to students. The working environment at schools, which has ...
February 19, 2021
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Speed Revision of Civil Code to Ensure Children Appear in Family Registers
A situation must be avoided in which children, through no fault of their own, are subjected to disadvantages because the registration of their birth h...
February 18, 2021
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Sharing information is key to easing anxiety over COVID-19 vaccinations
Vaccinations, considered to be a deciding factor in the battle against the novel coronavirus, have started in Japan. The disclosure of information and...
February 18, 2021
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U.S. Needs to Protect Intl Order by Strengthening Alliances in its China Policy
How can the U.S.-led international order, which is based on democracy and the rule of law, be protected from the challenges posed by China? The admini...
February 17, 2021
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